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Communication Skills and Public
Speaking Workshop
Becoming a Confident and Persuasive Presenter
Next editions:
Nov 25-27, 2013
May 26-28, 2014
IE Business School campus, Madrid, Spain
“Our programs allow executives to renew their
competitive edge, commitment, entrepreneurial spirit,
global vision and their motivation – and later on, our
business forums and Centers of Excellence oer platforms
for a continuous learning.”
Santiago Iñiguez. Dean of IE Business School
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international accrediting bodies in the field
of business education.
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Participant Profile
Who is this program designed for:
The workshop has been designed to improve the public speaking capabilities and skills of
professionals who frequently present to all kinds of audiences, and/or who want to fast track
and advance their careers by attaining favorable exposure within their organizations. Potential
candidates include those in positions which require regular contact to clients, suppliers,
internal teams, stockholders, the media, or industry associations, to just name a few. The
program is oriented towards a multidisciplinary, cross-industry and international audience.
The program is particularly targeted at, but not limited to:
• CEOs.
• Managing Directors.
• Sales and Marketing Directors.
• Senior and General Managers.
• Divisional and Functional Managers.
• Project Managers.
• Human Resource Department Heads.
• Coaches and Trainers.

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Communication Skills and Public Speaking Workshop
Becoming a Confident and Persuasive Presenter
Program Overview.
“That government of the people, by the people, for the people…”; “I have a dream…”; “Ask
not what your country can do for you…”
All excerpts from monumental speeches that have moved people to action. Yet how
many discourses have you attended recently that have influenced you in a professional
or personal way, whether it was the presentation of a marketing plan, a sales pitch, an
IPO road show, your company’s annual convention, or a stockholders meeting?
What you say, how you say it, and how you make it relevant to the audience at hand,
can turn an idea into a power horse. Yet many great ideas are discarded daily because
their creators have been unable to sell them in a dynamic and convincing way. It is clear,
presentation skills rank among the most practical for executives today: nothing will give
you a more immediate competitive edge than the ability to communicate in a fluent,
confident and persuasive manner.
The international executive Communications Skills and Public Speaking Workshop
offers a comprehensive view of all aspects involved in delivering effective presentations.
The program covers content, communication, stress control, use of audiovisual aids, and
handling tough questions.
Communication Skills and Public Speaking Workshop
Becoming a Confident and Persuasive Presenter
Program Objetives.
This highly interactive and experiential program is designed to equip you with all the
necessary skills and methods to always succeed in delivering compelling presentations.
You will learn first-hand, under the camera and by watching yourself and your instructors
act. Nothing changes your performance faster than seeing yourself live, with the guidance
of a professional public speaking coach. You will also benefit from seeing peers present,
and will learn from other speakers’ performances. You will never again go unprepared to

will develop into a powerful presenter, applying the benefits of strategic communication, and
choosing and crafting stories that deliver a strong and effective message.
Controlling nervousness
The shakes and those butterflies in your stomach make you perform at a fraction of your
possibilities. Dominating stress is the key to a compelling performance.
Sticky situations
When presenting, we often come across situations that can derail our speech. Learn how to
manage even the most difficult situations, including challenging conversations.
Structuring your message
You can unload a power point full of data on our audience, or you can drive your message home
by using a structure that is clear and easy to understand and follow.
Do not join the Anti-PowerPoint Alliance
Slideware is a great invention, though poorly used in the majority of cases. Use PowerPoint as a
visual aid, not as a never-to-be-read hand-out which you project on the screen.
Handling the Media and Media Training
Acquire the insights and strategies necessary to manage your image and enhance your
reputation and that of your organization.
Answering difficult questions with ease
Some very good presenters lose it during the Q&A session. Learn how to answer any type of
question under the guidance of seasoned practitioners.
Throughout this interactive and experiential program you will participate in group and individual
exercises, which you will later analyze together with a professional coach who will highlight
your strengths and key improvement areas. Your take-away is a clear understanding of your
communications abilities and of how to improve them.
Lola Martínez. CNN Television Presenter and Communication Skills/
Media Training Consultant
• Professor of Strategic Communication, IE Business School, Spain.
• MA in English Literature, University of Barcelona, Spain.
• MA in Theatre and Speech, University of South Carolina, USA.
• CNN Anchor and Reporter.

WHY IE BUSINESS SCHOOL
IE Business School is a leading international business school oriented at providing
top-level training for executives. The recognised prestige of our teaching faculty, the
degree of excellence of our academic programmes and a clear international focus
are the keys behind a learning model that has ranked IE Business School’s Executive
Education Division among the top business schools in the world.
The Executive Education programmes offered by IE Business School aim to develop
the vision, skills and management capabilities required to meet the many and varied
challenges facing business organisations, both today and in the future.
Our school’s training model promotes personal, intellectual and professional
development and does so in a global framework to expand and deepen
international perspectives among participants. The programmes we run are
open and/or tailored to meet company or individual needs and provide a
targeted and thorough foundation that will translate into a direct impact
on business and individual performance.
In recognition with the high quality and academic rigor of our
programmes, IE Business School is accredited by EQUIS
(European Quality Improvement Systems), AACBS International
(The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) and
AMBA (Association of MBAs).
We invite you to join our community and benefit from a unique
learning experience in an environment that nurtures top-
level talent both professionally and personally.
INTERNATIONAL EXECUTIVE PROGRAMS
Agreements are available for both an individual and a group of executives from the same firm who
wish to combine two or more programs from any track.
SKILLS DEVELOPMENT TRACK
• Innovative Leadership: Winning skills for you and your team, Nov 4-6, 2013; Apr 7-9, 2014
• Executive Negotiation Workshop: From experienced to expert negotiator, Oct 14-17, 2013; May 5-8,
2014

• The Global Renewable Energy Business: Be ahead of the energy future, Dec 9-12, 2013; Jun 24-27, 2014
PROGRAM DATES AND FEE
Communication Skills and Public Speaking Workshop.
Next Editions: Nov 25-27, 2013; May 26-28, 2014
Fee: € 3.800
Special concessions are available for IE Alumni,
groups of executives attending from the same
organization, executives registering for more than
one program, and early-bird inscriptions.
The program fee of 3.800
€
covers tuition,
course materials, all coffee breaks and
lunches celebrated during the program.
Fees do not include accommodation. If
you wish, we would be happy to make a
reservation for you at one of the hotels within
walking distance of our premises and with
which we have special agreements.
Payment is due within 30 days of the
invoice date or upon receipt of the invoice
if admission is within 30 days prior to the
start of the program. Cancellation policies
are outlined in the information provided to
applicants upon admission.
REGISTRATION PROCESS
Candidates may register online at:
www.ie.edu/internationalprograms or by email to

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